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Local councillor says easing planning rules for rural homes could attract Irish emigrants back home
The Sunday Independent is reporting proposals to liberalise housing policies across the country are set to go before Cabinet next month.
May 24, 2026 11:43
Cabinet to meet this afternoon to discuss ending fuel protests
It comes as the protests enter a sixth day across the country.
Apr 12, 2026 08:24
Longford senator pays tribute to Donohoe, as he quits politics
The Fine Gael TD announced his resignation from the Cabinet yesterday, after more than 14 years in the Dáil.
Nov 19, 2025 14:16
Taoiseach confirms he will dissolve the Dail this week
The Finance Bill is expected to be finalised today and is one of the last pieces of business the Government expects to conclude.
Nov 5, 2024 09:56
Kenny and McManus to represent Sinn Fein in Sligo-Leitrim in general election
McManus beat Councillor Thomas Healy in a vote for the Sligo nomination, while Kenny was selected unopposed as the Leitrim candidate.
Oct 3, 2024 23:35
Simon Coveney to step aside from Cabinet
The current Enterprise Minister says he spoke to Fine Gael leader Simon Harris last night to inform him he would not be making himself available to serve as a minister when the Dáil resumes next week.
Apr 2, 2024 11:10
Major changes could be on the way to Ireland's immigration policy
It would mean a town's 'last hotel' wouldn't be used to house asylum seekers.
Mar 27, 2024 08:30
Major changes on the cards for school transport schemes
Many parents have struggled to try get their child a place on the bus to and from school.
Feb 27, 2024 08:46
Report setting out reform in the Defence Forces to go before the cabinet
It also highlighted several cases of alleged sexual assault and an oppressive environment for women.
Sep 26, 2023 11:20
New political term kicks off this morning with cabinet meeting
As part of the meeting, Media Minister Catherine Martin will give an update on governance at RTÉ.
Sep 6, 2023 08:46
Publicly funded IVF available from September
It's the first time the state will be making this kind of help available to couples
Jul 25, 2023 09:24
Cabinet to discuss broadening scope of RTE investigation this morning
The Minister will seek approval to appoint a qualified person to comb through accounts at RTÉ.
Jul 4, 2023 09:22
Cabinet to hear of plans for RTE review this morning
The controversy over governance and staff payments at the state broadcaster will be heard at Leinster House this week
Jun 27, 2023 08:28
Increase in need for family food packages says local resource centre
Over the past six years, Boyle Family Resource center has delivered extra food to families in need.
Feb 21, 2023 08:35Shannonside Newsletter
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